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Anker SOLIX C300 DC Power Station 288Wh

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2.8
Best-value portable LiFePO4 station under 300Wh
$259.99 → As of Jul 13, 2026
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01 / Spec

Top features

Capacity288Wh usable
AC Output & Ports300W / 600W pure-sine
Battery ChemistryLiFePO4

The Anker SOLIX C300 DC is a 288Wh portable power station with a 300W pure-sine AC inverter (600W surge) and LiFePO4 battery rated for 3000+ cycles. Ports include 2× AC outlets, 2× USB-A, 1× USB-C PD (30W max), and 12V/10A car output. Recharges from wall in ~1.5 hours, supports up to 65W solar input, and weighs 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs) — genuinely portable for single-person camping and CPAP backup. The C300 DC variant includes a protective carry bag. Community reception is positive for capacity and price-to-Wh ratio, though reports note the fan can run loud under sustained AC load, and real usable capacity is slightly below spec. Well-regarded as an entry-to-mid-tier LiFePO4 option for tent camping, van life, and emergency home backup.

02 / Signals

Why it's hot

Affordable entry LiFePO4 with genuine portability and fast solar charging.

  • Value for money 89
  • Review rating & velocity 68
  • Community sentiment 84
  • Brand reputation 100
  • Search heat 72
  • Est. return & defect rate 89
03 / Verdict

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Long-life LiFePO4 chemistry (3000+ cycles)
  • Excellent price per watt-hour
  • Genuinely portable at 3.5 kg
  • Fast wall recharge (~1.5 hours)
  • Solid 65W solar input capacity
  • App control + UPS passthrough

Cons

  • Fan noise under sustained AC load
  • Real capacity slightly below 288Wh rated
  • Limited AC surge capacity (600W)
  • USB-C PD maxes at 30W (modest)
  • Solar recharge still relatively slow vs. flagship models
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Capacity (Wh)
192Wh 1070Wh Biggest capacity
Battery Chemistry & Lifespan
LiFePO4, 3000+ cycles LiFePO4, ~3000 cycles Longest lifespan
Recharge Speed
2.5h wall, 100W solar 1h wall / 500W solar Fastest recharge
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